Baked Bengali Banana And Coconut Fritters Recipe

Ever find yourself with some ripe bananas and an urge to turn your kitchen into a mini paradise? These banana and coconut fritters are about to become your new obsession—easy to make, irresistibly tasty, and just the right amount of wholesome!

I adore the way these Coconut Banana Fritters capture a sublime medley of flavors and textures. Ripe bananas, sweetened, and lustily perfumed with cardamom, and the sweetness of freshly grated coconut, make for a wonderful taste.

I also love the combination of all-purpose and rice flours. I’ll take anything with a rice flour component; it’s so light and crispy!

Baked Bengali Banana And Coconut Fritters Recipe Ingredients

• Ripe Bananas: Naturally sweet, high in potassium and dietary fiber.
• All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and carbohydrates; a common baking staple.
• Rice Flour: Adds lightness and crispness, suitable for gluten-free baking.
• Grated Coconut: Adds texture, mild sweetness, and healthy fats.
• Sugar: Sweetens the fritters, caramelizes for a golden finish.
• Cardamom Powder: Adds aromatic warmth and complexity.

Baked Bengali Banana And Coconut Fritters Recipe Ingredient Quantities

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup rice flour
• 1/4 cup grated coconut
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• Oil for greasing

How to Make this Baked Bengali Banana And Coconut Fritters Recipe

1. Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and lightly coat a baking sheet or muffin tin with oil.

2. In a big bowl, blend the smashed bananas with sweetening, mixing thoroughly until the sweetening is dissolved.

3. Combine all-purpose flour, rice flour, grated coconut, baking soda, cardamom powder, and a pinch of salt with the banana mixture.

4. Slowly add the milk to the compound, and keep stirring all the time to obtain a smooth, nearly non-Newtonian mixture that’s something like a slurry and something like a pancake batter.

5. Permit the batter to rest for approximately 10 minutes to allow the ingredients to blend seamlessly into one another.

6. Place the batter onto the greased baking sheet, shaping it into small round fritters, or fill the muffin tins halfway.

7. Put the fritters into the oven and set the timer for 20-25 minutes. When you take them out, they should be golden brown and cooked through.

8. To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a fritter. It should come out clean.

9. When they finish baking, take the fritters out of the oven and let them cool a bit on a rack made of wire.

10. Serve warm, savoring the delightful combination of banana and coconut flavors in each and every bite.

Baked Bengali Banana And Coconut Fritters Recipe Equipment Needed

1. Oven
2. Baking sheet or muffin tin
3. Bowl (large)
4. Measuring cups
5. Measuring spoons
6. Mixing spoon or spatula
7. Whisk
8. Wire rack
9. Toothpick

FAQ

• Q: Can I use a different type of flour?A: Yes, you can substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour or a gluten-free flour blend for a healthier or gluten-free version.
• Q: How can I make this recipe vegan?A: Substitute milk for a non-dairy option such as almond or coconut milk and use a plant-based oil to grease the baking sheet.
• Q: How should I store leftover fritters?A: Keep them in a vacuum-packed container in the fridge for no more than 72 hours. Warm them up again in the oven to make sure they stay crispy.
• Q: Can I add other spices?A: Yes, a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg works well in complementing the flavor profile.
• Q: What is the ideal ripeness of the bananas for this recipe?A: For the best sweetness and texture, use bananas that are overripe and have brown spots.
• Q: Can I fry these fritters instead?B: This recipe is meant for baking, but you can use it to make clean, shallow-fried breads with a lovely golden color. Just be sure to fry them in oil. You’ll get a much better texture if you use oil.

Baked Bengali Banana And Coconut Fritters Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Mashed ripe plantains can be used in place of mashed bananas for a slightly firmer texture.
Whole wheat flour can be used instead of all-purpose flour to obtain a nutty flavor.
Cornstarch can be used to replace rice flour and retain a similar degree of crispiness.
Unsweetened, shredded coconut can replace grated coconut.
Coconut sugar can be used instead of sugar to sweeten food. It has a flavor profile more like caramel, which means that it could be a better alternative when attempting recipes that call for sugar and that’s they may need to caramelize.

Pro Tips

1. Enhance Flavor with Spices For an extra kick of aroma and flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dry ingredients. These spices complement the banana and coconut beautifully.

2. Texture Improvement For a slightly crunchier texture, try adding a tablespoon of chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans to the batter. It adds a nice contrast to the softness of the fritters.

3. Richer Coconut Taste To elevate the coconut flavor, use coconut milk instead of regular milk. This will give a richer coconut taste and a creamier texture to the fritters.

4. Uniform Cooking If you notice that your fritters are cooking unevenly, consider using muffin tins for all the batter. This ensures each fritter bakes evenly and holds its shape well.

5. Sweetness Adjustment If you prefer your fritters less sweet, you can reduce the sugar to 1/8 cup. Alternatively, for a healthier option, replace sugar with a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup.